Are you a skilled Control Systems Engineer ready to take on varied, high-impact projects?
We’re working with a fast-growing, independently owned automation specialist delivering cutting-edge control systems to some of the most recognised names in the industry. Supporting food & beverage, pharmaceutical and utilities to high-security industries such as defence, aerospace and nuclear. They champion innovation, embrace complex challenges and take pride in their delivery.
With a healthy project pipeline they are looking to bring talented engineers into their team.
Senior Controls Engineer
£55,000 - £70,000 + Pension, Health Plan + Life Assurance
Excellent training & development opportunities.
South Yorkshire Ref: 24768
Senior Controls Engineer - The Person:
- Design, configure and develop PLC & SCADA systems for a range of industrial automation projects.
- At the more senior levels you will also be managing and developing teams of controls engineers.
- Produce functional design specifications and test documentation (FDS, FAT/SAT)
- Manage full project life cycles — from initial design to on-site commissioning
- Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure seamless delivery.
- Travel across the UK (c20%) to support commissioning and client interaction.
Senior Controls Engineer - The Person:
- Solid experience in real-time control systems design and commissioning.
- Proficient in PLC programming (Rockwell / Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider).
- SCADA design experience preferred.
- Previous experience within a systems integrator environment
- Comfortable managing documentation and project processes.
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) and a full UK driving licence.
We are keen to see Control Systems Engineers with experience of the following packages:
- PLC Software – Rockwell / Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider
- HMI/SCADA Software – Rockwell FTView ME & SE, AVEVA InTouch & System Platform, Schneider ClearSCADA GEiFIX, Siemens WinCC
Located in South Yorkshire, this role would be commutable from Rotherham, Chesterfield, Sheffield, Doncaster, Barnsley, Matlock, Buxton, Retford, Mansfield, Wakefield and Leeds
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a heritage of over 100 years and a current order book approaching £1Bn. They offer a clear career path, on-going professional training including Chartership and a collaborative working environment.
Preferably you will be degree qualified with background in a similar role. Strong communication skills are needed along with a full UK valid driving licence.
For further information call Sarah Clarke on: 01902212000 or 07519122547. Email: sarah.clarke@automationexperts.co.uk